Embedded Systems Engineer - East Lansing Area

Job Description:

Embedded Systems Engineer | East Lansing, MI

Salary Range: $82,000 - $127,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for excelling in embedded systems engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in East Lansing seeking skilled Embedded Systems Engineers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the East Lansing region seeking Embedded Systems Engineers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates-not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Designing and implementing embedded software for manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshooting and debugging hardware and software issues on production lines.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define system requirements and specifications.
• Developing and executing test plans for embedded systems in manufacturing.
• Optimizing existing embedded systems for performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Providing technical support and training for manufacturing personnel on embedded systems.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in embedded software development for manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency in C/C++ for microcontroller programming and real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Experience with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, EtherCAT, PROFINET).
• Demonstrated ability to debug hardware and software issues on embedded systems.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with industrial communication protocols (e.g., EtherCAT, PROFINET, Modbus).
• Familiarity with functional safety standards (e.g., ISO 13849, IEC 61508).
• Proficiency in real-time operating systems (RTOS) beyond basic embedded loops.
• Demonstrated experience in a manufacturing environment, understanding production lifecycles and challenges.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Embedded Software Engineer, Firmware Engineer, Hardware-Software Integration Engineer, IoT Engineer, Real-Time Embedded Engineer, Systems Engineer (Embedded), Embedded Linux Engineer, Device Driver Engineer, DSP Engineer (Embedded), Test Automation Engineer (Embedded

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic-they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at ;br>
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search-market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

Required Skills:
Resume
Offers
Test Automation
Access
Support
BASIC
Development
Debugging
Salary
Hiring
Partnerships
Electrical Engineering
Recruiting
Compensation
Reliability
Operating Systems
Software Development
Manufacturing
Specifications
Automation
Programming
Integration
Technical Support
C++
Linux
Troubleshooting
Preparation
Software
Engineering
Training
Communication

Salary Package:
$ 82,000.00 - 127,000.00 (US Dollar)